Great Fall Getaway Destinations

Find sun, sand and adventure at these family-friendly destinations.

Knoxville

A family getaway that’s close, affordable and full of adventure? Knoxville checks all the boxes! Just a few hours from Atlanta, Knoxville offers hands-on museums, outdoor exploration and walkable downtown charm. Catch a University of Tennessee football game. Or if soccer, baseball, or hockey’s more your style, check out a minor league game. Then snap a selfie at the Sunsphere and enjoy delicious Southern eats. Friendly, relaxed and fun—Knoxville is the perfect escape. Plan your trip today!

Panama City Beach

Panama City Beach’s 27 miles of sugar-white sand, cool turquoise waters and colorful sunsets are the perfect place to make memories the whole family will cherish. Come for the heart-pounding action, the fun-filled family time or the quiet moments that bring you together. It’s your getaway! Where you can be you. All just a short drive away. Plan your summer getaway today at the Real. FUN. Beach!

Macon’s Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration

Experience the vibrant heritage of Southeastern Native American cultures at the Ocmulgee Indigenous Celebration, September 13-14 at the Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This free event offers a unique window into Native American traditions and history. Engage with talented Indigenous artists, historians and experts through live demonstrations, music, dance and storytelling. Savor traditional food while browsing artisanal goods from Native vendors. This gathering honors the Muscogee (Creek) people’s ancestral homeland. It’s the perfect cultural outing for families and explorers alike.